Cookie Policy
This cookie policy explains how SecureGard uses cookies and similar technologies on securegard.co.uk in line with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and the UK GDPR.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your device when you visit. They let the site remember your actions and preferences (such as cookie consent or login state) so you don't have to re-enter them each time.
2. How we use cookies
SecureGard sets only the cookies necessary to make this website function. Optional cookies (analytics, marketing) are only set if you give explicit consent via the cookie banner. You can change your mind at any time using the "Cookie settings" link in the footer.
3. Cookies we may set
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
sg_cookie_consent |
Strictly necessary | Stores your cookie preferences so we don't ask again on every visit. Set in localStorage, not as a traditional cookie. |
6 months |
sysmoni_admin |
Strictly necessary (admin console only) | Authentication cookie set on the moni.securegard.co.uk subdomain after you sign in to the admin console. |
30 days |
If we add analytics or marketing cookies in the future (for example Plausible Analytics or LinkedIn conversion tracking), we will list them here and load them only after you explicitly consent.
4. Cookie categories
Strictly necessary
These cookies are essential for the website to function. They cannot be turned off because the site won't work properly without them. Under PECR, these are exempt from the consent requirement.
Analytics
These cookies would help us count visits, traffic sources and page popularity so we can improve the site. We do not currently set any analytics cookies. If we ever do, they will only fire after you explicitly opt in.
Marketing
These cookies would help us measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns. We do not currently set any marketing cookies.
5. How to manage cookies
You can control cookies in three ways:
- Use the "Cookie settings" link in the footer of any page on this site to re-open the preferences modal.
- Use your browser's cookie controls. Most browsers let you block or delete cookies — see the help pages for Chrome, Safari, Firefox or Edge.
- Use the Your Online Choices portal to opt out of online behavioural advertising in general.
6. Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be reflected in the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.
7. Contact
For any cookie-related question, email privacy@securegard.co.uk. You can also lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office at ico.org.uk.